
TEEN LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Program length and fees are listed next to each program.
Class size is up to 20 teens. I hold a Masters Degree in Library Science,
+I am fully insured.
Animal Lovers Club Programs
Teens will receive 1-2 hours of community service credit, depending on the program.
You can also book a program for teens to make for their own pets.
Unless you prefer to drop off a project, I drop all projects off to animal shelters.
I always include a letter with the library and librarian's name too!
*finished projects are donated to: Babylon Animal Shelter, Save-a-Pet, North Fork Animal Shelter, The Humane Society, The Patricia Ladew Foundation + many more, depending on need/projects requested by the shelters.
"Adopt Me" Bandanas
Teens will create adorable bandanas that shelter pets can wear to adoption events! These bandanas will help to promote each animals' adoption.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits- includes tutorial, fabric quarter, + iron on patch
1 hour of community service will be awarded
"Adopt Me" Portraits
Teens will paint portraits of adoptable shelter animals.
Each picture will help to promote each animals' adoption.
Animals will be pre-sketched by a professional artist.
Part of this fee goes directly to the artist.
1 hour. $450 (in person)
*This program was featured in VOYA Magazine!
*Dress for A Mess for paint use
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Adoption Boards For Shelter Pets
Teens will create adoption boards with pictures, stickers, scrapbook paper
and other embellishments. Boards will be donated to shelters
to help promote the adoption of long-time shelter animals!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
BFF Totes for Pets
Using stencils and/or creating their own art,
design totes to hold your pet's favorite things!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Bird Feeders
Teens will create an adorable & useful mini bird feeder.
They will make edible glue to create an edible roof
using seeds. They can then hang it in their yard!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits- included small house, gelatin, paint brush+ tutorial
*mini bird feeders are approximately 5 inches
*Dress for A Mess for paint use
1 hour of community service will be awarded
Bird Toys for the SPCA
Let's not forget about those adorable birds!
Teens will create toys for birds which will promote their adoption.
These will keep them busy while they wait for a forever home.
Teens will also create bags + cards for new adopters of birds.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits - includes beads, burlap, buttons + bag to decorate
1 hour of community service will be awarded
Caturday
Let's not forget about those adorable shelter cats! Teens will
create at least 3 different toys for cats which will promote their adoption. These will keep them busy while they wait for a fur-ever home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded
Crafty Cat Collars *KITS ONLY*
Teens will create crafty collars for cats with flowers
and other embellishments.
These will make shelter cats shine in photos!
*teens would need a glue gun at home
$375: incl. tutorial, fabric, velcro + flower
Crafty Dog Collars *KITS ONLY*
Teens will create crafty collars for dogs with flowers
and other embellishments.
These will make shelter dogs shine in photos!
*teens would need a glue gun at home
$375: incl. tutorial, fabric, velcro + flower
Flower Crowns for Shelter Dogs
Teens will create beautiful flower crowns for shelter dogs.
Shelter dogs can wear them in adoption photos and to adoption events!
1.5 hours, $395 (in person)
$395 as kits, includes tutorial, greenery, wire, ribbon *patrons need faux flowers
1.5 hours of community service will be awarded.
Floral Frames for Shelter Pets
Design beautiful frames with paint and other embellishments.
New adopters will add a favorite picture!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits, incl. frames + embellishments *patrons needs paint
Frames for Neonatal Kittens
Teens will design beautiful frames with paint, feathers and other embellishments. We will donate them to the animal shelter so they can add picture of kittens. New adopters will receive these frames and will cherish them as they look back on how little their kitten was!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
*Dress for A Mess for paint use
*Babylon Animal Shelter featured these frames at a
fundraising event and they were a huge hit!
1 hour of community service will be awarded
$375 as kits, incl. frames + embellishments *patrons needs paint
Gone Fishin' *KITS ONLY*
Teens will create 2 adorable fishing poles for cats.
+will stuff felt with batting and cat nip and attach it to a wooden dowel.
These toys keep cats busy while they wait for a fur-ever home.
$375 *kits only, includes all + tutorial
No Regrets: ID Your Pets
Teens will create name tags for their pets using shrinky dink paper.
They will then attach them to key chains & add a charm at home.
Charms + keychains are provided during the class.
We will also discuss much needed everyday items that their pets may need.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Pet Appreciation Art
Bring in a few photos of your own pet/pets + create a beautiful piece of art.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Pet Emergency Tote Bags
We will create kits for your pet in the event of an
emergency. The kit will be filled with most needed items for cats and dogs.
This is also a great project to donate to your local animal shelter. When
booking, please let me know if you want the kits to be for your teens to
keep or as a shelter donation.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits, incl. tote bag, tutorial + list of items.
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
The Pet Pantry Program
Teens will create kits for people and pets who have fallen on hard times.
Kits will be filled with some of the most needed items for cats and dogs.
Teens will also create special cards with well wishes.
Kits will be donated to people & pets in need.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Pet Pawty!
Teens will work in teams to create banners, bags, cards + treat jars for pets that have been at the shelter for a longer time. We hope that this celebration will bring them luck!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Pet Treat Jars (to keep or donate)
We will create adorable treat jars using treat-themed washi tape, stickers, ribbon + tiny animals for the lid!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits- includes tutorial, jar, tiny dog, ribbon + bone for decoration
1 hour of community service can be awarded if donated
Placemats 4 Pets
Using special paper, vintage books & more, teens will create
placemats for their pets, or for shelter animals.
We will also laminate them for a long lasting effect.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits, includes, tutorial, paper, stickers + laminating sheets
1 hour of community service can be awarded if donated
Pom Pom Cat Toys *KITS ONLY*
Teens will create at least pom pom cat toys for cats.
These will keep them busy while they wait for a fur-ever home.
$375 as kits, incl. tutorial, tubes, pom poms + ribbon; *patrons need glue + hole punch
Senior Shelter Pet Day
Let's not forget about those special senior shelter animals! Teens will
create crafts which will promote the adoption of senior shelter animals. 1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Superhero Fabric Collars for Shelter Pets *KITS ONLY*
Teens will create collars for cats & dogs with
superhero-themed fabric.
These will make shelter dogs shine in photos!
*Teens will need a glue gun*
$375 as kits, incl. tutorial, fabric, flower + velcro
DIY Ugly Bandanas for Cats & Dogs:
Let's help shelter pets look adorable
in these hilarious tacky bandanas.
Perfect for holidays + seasons like Easter, Spring, Christmas + more.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Washi Tape Clipboards
Using tons of different patterns of washi tape, tweens will decorate clipboards.
These will come in handy to hold special documents!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Welcome Kits for New Adopters
Teens will create welcome kits for new pet adopters.
Kits will be filled with some of the most needed items for cats and dogs.
Teens will also create "thank you for adopting" cards.
Kits will be donated to your local animal shelter.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
What a Pittie! (+Shrinky dinks!)
The focus of this program is to get teens involved in caring about Pitbulls.
We will discuss Breed Discrimination, and how teens can help to change the public's view of Pitbulls. Teens will take part in a special shrinky dink art-themed project to bring positive exposure to these animals.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits, incl. paper, print outs, charms, keychains + jump rings
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Wild Animal Totes
Create a wild animal tote to donate to the amazing S.T.A.R. Foundation.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
You've Got Mail! (for cats) *KITS ONLY*
Make an adorable "D.I.Y. letter" for shelter cats.
We will stuff it with batting and catnip, sew it and add
a message with fabric markers.
$375 as kits, includes all + tutorial
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
Vintage Shelter Pet Art
Using Mod Podge and old time embellishments, teens will create a vintage collage on canvas featuring shelter pets.
Each picture will help to promote each animals' adoption.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits + materials to keep for your own pet
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
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SEASONAL PET PROGRAM-December
Stuff-A-Stocking & Cards for Shelter Cats & Dogs:
Shelter pets deserve holiday gifts too!
We will stuff stockings with toys and treats.
We will also make special cards to help promote adoption.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
1 hour of community service will be awarded.
More Community Service Programs
Teens will receive community service credit.
*finished projects are donated to: Various Nursing Homes, Warrior Ranch, Help for People, CAST, Long Island Lending a Helping Hand and many more, depending on need/projects requested by organizations.
Bibs + Bags for Babies in Need
Teens will decorate bibs with special messages
for babies in need. Teens will also decorate canvas bags for new mothers to use.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$395 as kits *inlc. bag, bib, stencils
Birthday Kits for Charity
*These will be donated to Long Island Lending a Helping Hand
Teens will work together to create special Birthday Kits for
those less fortunate. Kits will include cake mix, handmade cards and a gift.
Everyone deserves to celebrate their birthday!
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Craft Kits to Donate
Teens will put together craft kits to donate to LI Lends a Helping Hand.
Teens will make a difference to those in need!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
D.I.Y. Aprons To Donate
Teens will design an apron with food-themed stencils to donate.
They will also enjoy store bought cookies while they decorate.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Food programs may not be suitable for those with food allergies.
Food may contain gluten, dairy, wheat and soy.
First Responder Kits to Donate
Teens will create cards + small canvas bags to donate
to First Responders + brighten their day.
Kits will also include much needed items like
lip balm, trail mix + more.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
The Kindness Exchange
Teens will create a jar filled with inspirational
messages They will exchange it with another
teen during the program. This is a wonderful way to give back!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Lavender Sachets to Donate
Teens will create Lavender Sachets to donate to senior citizens + brighten their day .
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Make-up Bags for Those In Need
Teens can choose from hundreds of stencils to
write special messages of hope onto canvas make-up bags.
We will also fill them with a few much needed items.
*teens are welcome to bring in additional non-perishable items to add to their bags.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *incl. make up bag + markers
Meals on Wheels Placemats
Using special paper, vintage books & more, teens will create
placemats for adults who participate in Meals on Wheels.
We will also laminate them for a long lasting effect.
1 hour of community service given.
These will be donated to organizations that help Meals on Wheels
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. laminating sheets + materials
Memory Jars for Assisted Living Residents
Teens will create a memory jar filled with nostalgic questions
for assisted living residents to reflect on.
This is a wonderful way to give back as all jars will be donated.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Onesies For Babies in Need
Teens will decorate onesies with special messages
for babies in need. Teens will also create special cards.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *onesie + stencils
Painting for a Purpose (for Assisted Living Residents)
Teens will create special works of art for adults at assisted living homes.
Residents can use them to brighten up their rooms.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc.canvas + brushes
Patriotic Jars to Donate
Teens will create a jar filled with nostalgic questions + kind phrases
for veterans reflect on. This is a wonderful way to give back as all jars will
be donated to the Warrior Ranch or another organization in need.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Placemats for Assisted Living Residents
Using special paper, vintage books & more, teens will create
placemats for adults at assisted living homes. We will also laminate them.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. laminating sheets + materials
Potholders for Those in Need
Teens will decorate potholders with special messages + art..
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *2 potholders + stencils
Reusable Grocery Bags For Seniors
Using stencils and/or creating their own art
+ design reusable grocery bags for seniors.
These will be donated to seniors to brighten their day.
1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. totes + stencils
Senior Busy Kits to Donate
Teens will create puzzles, games + cards to donate to senior citizens
+ brighten their day .
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Teen Inventors
Teens will break into groups and come up with an original
invention. They will also learn how to come up with a business plan
as well as presentation skills. Gift cards will be given out to the winners.
1 hour of community service given.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Tote Bags For Charity
Teens can choose from hundreds of stencils to
write special messages of hope onto canvas tote bags.
We will also fill them with a few much needed items.
These will be donated to an organization which helps people in need.
*teens are welcome to bring in additional non-perishable items
to add to their bags. 1 hour of community service given
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. totes + stencils
Washi Tape Clipboards to Donate
Using tons of different patterns of washi tape, teens will decorate clipboards.
These much needed items will be donated to those in need.
1 hour of community service given.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Jars
Bucket List Jars
Teens will create a jar filled with all of their fun bucket list items!
They will also decorate them with stickers, washi tape + tags.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits, inlc. jar + material
Crafts in A Jar
Teens will decorate a jar with washi tape, stickers + more.
Next they will add some crafty items for more fun at home!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Good Vibes Jars
Teens will create a jar filled with good vibes phrases + actions.
They will also decorate them with stickers, washi tape + tags.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits, inlc. jar + material
The Kindness Exchange
Teens will create a jar filled with inspirational
messages. They can then bring them home me
to gift to a family member or friend.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Memory Jars for Assisted Living Residents
Teens will create a memory jar filled with nostalgic questions
for assisted living residents to reflect on.
This is a wonderful way to give back as all jars will be donated.
1 hour of community service given.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. jar + materials
Snowman Mason Jar (Seasonal November - February)
Create an adorable snowman mason jar with white chalk paint
and black acrylic paint. We will add a cute face, carrot nose and a
plaid scarf. This is a great gift to give!
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395
$395 as kits *inlc. jar, white paint, ribbon, buttons, orange nose, + tutorial
The Gift of Time
Teens will create a jar filled with activities that they can do with
mom, dad, grandparents or other family members.
They can then give their jar as a gift to their family member to enjoy!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. jar, materials + tutorial
Arts & Crafts
Bad Art!
Teens will take part in a bad art challenge.
Everyone will vote for their WORST creation and
a gift card will be awarded to first place.
PLUS everyone keeps their creations.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Beach Frames *to keep or donate
Design beautiful frames with shells. starfish and other embellishments.
Then add your favorite picture!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. frame, mod podge, paint , sand, + tutorial
Beach Totes *to keep or donate
Teens can choose from hundreds of stencils to
create their very own beach-themed tote bag!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. totes, beach-themed stencils + instructions
BFF Totes for Pets *to keep or donate
Using stencils and/or creating their own art,
design totes to hold your pet's favorite things!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. totes, paw print stencils + instructions
Canvas Wars!
Teens will take part in a canvas art challenge.
Everyone will vote for their favorite creation and
a gift card will be awarded to first place.
PLUS everyone keeps their canvas.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Craft Wars!
Teens will take part in crafty challenges.
+ create items for their bedroom.
A gift card will be awarded to the winner!
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Flower Crowns *to keep or donate
Teens will create beautiful flower crowns for themselves or to give as a gift!
They will choose from lots of faux flowers to create a work of art.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$395 as kits, includes floral wire, floral tape, ribbons + tutorial
*Patrons can pick up flowers from Dollar Tree or Michaels
Recycled Mixed Media Art
Bring in a few photos from home + create some amazing mixed media art
We will also use recycled items likes books + paper.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Splatter Art:
*please choose when booking*
*Baby Animals
*Cats and Dogs
*Summer Creatures (fish, sea turtle+ seahorse, crab)
*Unicorns, Mermaids & Dragons
Using acrylic paint, teens will choose an image to
trace, paint and then add a splatter effect.
This is perfect for a bedroom!
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Splatter Frames
Using acrylic paint, teens will use a splatter effect
and create different TWO frames!
This is perfect for a bedroom!
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. a frame, paint set+ brushes
Stencil Art
Using stencils + paint, teens can create their own
beautiful piece of art to keep.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Tote Bags to Keep
Teens can choose from hundreds of stencils to
create their very own canvas tote bag!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlcudes a tote + alphabet stencils
Washi Tape Clipboards
Using tons of different patterns of washi tape, teens will decorate clipboards.
These will come in handy to hold special documents!
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Wooden Craft Wars!
Teens will decorate wooden crafts + compete for a $10.00 Amazon card!
Everyone gets to keep their crafts.
*Dress for A Mess for paint
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Wood Slice Art
Using acrylic paint, teens will create unique pieces of art
onto wood slices.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
Shrinky Dinks
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home. All materials and instructions will be provided in class,
and they will take key chains home for their creations.
Fandom Shrinky-Dink Keychains
I will bring an assortment of Fandom Shrinky Dinks.
They will then attach them to key chains at home.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Hamilton Shrinky-Dinks & Soundtrack Party
I will bring an assortment of Hamilton images
and teens will create their own jewelry
or keychain using shrinky dink paper.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Hunger Games Shrinky-Dink Keychains
I will bring an assortment of Hunger Games images Shrinky Dinks.
They will then attach them to key chains at home.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Pride Shrinky-Dinks
I will bring an assortment of pride-themed images
and teens will create their own creations using shrinky dink paper.
We will then attach them to key chains & add a charm at home.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
Stranger Things Shrinky-Dink Keychains
I will bring an assortment of Stranger Things Shrinky Dinks.
They will then attach them to key chains at home.
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings
80's Party Shrinky-Dinks
I will bring an assortment of images from the 80s +teens will
create their own 80's creations using shrinky dink paper.
They will then attach them to key chains at home with the charm of their choice.
They will add either a cassette tape, retro bicycle or a #11 charm.
I will also play an epic 80's playlist to go along with the theme
while they create them!
*Due to time constraints, please note that teens will bake their
shrinky dinks at home.
1 hour, $395 (in person)
$375 as kits *inlc. paper, prints, keychains + jump rings